Perry township, Missouri
Perry township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Perry township is a geographic entity located in St. Francois County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,864. The land area covers 60.11 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,864 | ±745 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,161 | ±399 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 4,840 | ±446 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,161 | ±399 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 679 | ±281 |
| Median Home Value | $187,000 | ±$15,252 |
| Median Gross Rent | $708 | ±$126 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,132 | ±$9,437 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,516 | ±$3,277 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% | ±6.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,556 | ±736 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,725 | ±722 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.6% | ±11.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 67,503 (2024)
ID: 129443
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
1 WEST LIBERTY ST, STE 300, FARMINGTON MO 63640-0000
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | DESOTO, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | BELLEVIEW, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BISMARCK, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BISMARCK, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CALEDONIA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | PARK HILLS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PARK HILLS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | PARK HILLS, MO | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | POTOSI, MO | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | BONNE TERRE, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mineral Area College
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College | 5.3 mi away | 5270 Flat River Road, Park Hills, MO, 63601-1000 |
5734314593
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BONNE TERRE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 5 SW MAIN ST, BONNE TERRE, MO, 63628 |
(573) 358-2260
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Jefferson College
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College | 24.3 mi away | 1000 Viking Drive, Hillsboro, MO, 63050-2440 |
6367973000
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DESLOGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 209 N DESLOGE DR, DESLOGE, MO, 63601 |
(573) 431-3700
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PARK HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 16 S COFFMAN ST, PARK HILLS, MO, 63601 |
(573) 431-4842
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PARK HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 16 S COFFMAN ST, PARK HILLS, MO, 63601 |
(573) 431-4842
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FARMINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 101 NORTH A STREET, FARMINGTON, MO, 63640 |
(573) 756-5779
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WASHINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 235 E HIGH ST, POTOSI, MO, 63664 |
(573) 438-4691
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WASHINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 235 E HIGH ST, POTOSI, MO, 63664 |
(573) 438-4691
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DE SOTO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 712 S MAIN ST, DE SOTO, MO, 63020 |
(636) 586-3858
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at FARMINGTON, MO US, located 10.6 miles from Perry township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.8° | 22.6° | 32.7° | 2.58" | 2.7" |
| February | 47.9° | 25.8° | 36.8° | 2.78" | 2.1" |
| March | 57.8° | 34.3° | 46.0° | 3.81" | 1.0" |
| April | 68.7° | 44.3° | 56.5° | 5.26" | 0.0" |
| May | 77.0° | 54.1° | 65.5° | 5.49" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.8° | 62.7° | 73.7° | 3.55" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.5° | 66.9° | 77.7° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.7° | 64.9° | 76.3° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.7° | 56.2° | 68.5° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.0° | 44.8° | 57.4° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.7° | 34.4° | 45.6° | 4.18" | 0.1" |
| December | 46.4° | 26.4° | 36.4° | 2.96" | 2.8" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bonne Terre city | City | 1.0 mi | — |
| Desloge city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| Leadwood city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Terre du Lac CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Frankclay CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
| Leadington city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2918757098. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.